2016 Audi a4 allroad

Audi a4 allroad

Audi’s A4 Allroad carves out a peculiar corner in our local market, straddling the line between a sensible estate and a soft-roader—think just enough ground clearance for gravel to Groot Marico, but none of the SUV clumsiness. On paper at least, it’s the alternative to a Volvo V60 Cross Country or the Subaru Outback, but good luck spotting any of those at your local used dealer. Under the bonnet sits a 2.0-litre turbodiesel, paired to the S-tronic dual-clutch and Quattro all-wheel drive. There’s no real “shopping around” here: right now, there’s exactly one for sale, tagged at R234,500. It’s a model you wait for, not one you choose from a line-up. That lone contender? A 2016 2.0 TDI Quattro S-tronic with 156,000 km on the odo. High mileage, sure, but if you pack smart, that matters less here—these diesels rack up their numbers on highway hauls, not school runs, which is better news for engine longevity. The Allroad’s biggest win is its interior: proper Audi quality, tactile buttons instead of infuriating touch panels, and a cabin that’s aged more gracefully than most. Ride height is enough for the odd muddy driveway, but you won’t be climbing Sani Pass. With used stock at nil beyond this single car, if you’re after this unique blend of practicality and badge, you’d better be quick—or patient, because the next one might not show up for months.